MSci Physics with Theoretical Physics at Imperial College London

Develop your appreciation of theoretical physics in this professionally accredited integrated Master’s course. Investigate how the principles and laws of physics underpin most science and engineering disciplines on this four-year course. You'll develop your appreciation of physics, mathematics, computational and experimental methods over the first three years of study.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: Department of Physics  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's)  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Practical Physics: Laboratory, Computing and Problem Solving, Vector Fields, Electricity and Magnetism, Mechanics and Relativity, Oscillations and Waves, Statistics of Measurement and the Summer Project; Year 2 core modules include Advanced Practical Physics, Thermal Physics and the Structure of Matter, Differential Equations and Electromagnetism, Quantum Physics, Mathematical Methods; Year 3 core modules include Nuclear and Particle Physics, Comprehensives, Solid State Physics, Advanced Classical Physics, Project modules, Self-Study Module; Year 4 core modules include Research Interfaces, MSci Project.

Career pathways

Graduates of our Department go on to succeed in a wide range of sectors. These include technology, research and development, academic and medical physics, space and defence, data science (including machine learning), finance, and the Civil Service. Typical roles include Analyst, Physicist, Data or Software Engineer, Research Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, DevOps Consultant, Teacher, Scientific Officer.

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